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AMA | April 2024

Sean Carroll's Mindscape: Science, Society, Philosophy, Culture, Arts, and Ideas

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Physics laws as an annoying kid analogy

The analogy of laws of physics being like an annoying kid who predicts what you'll do but then claims they cannot tell you in advance captures the essence that although the laws can predict actions, individuals still have control and agency over their lives. When using language like 'myself, my thoughts, my actions,' it invokes higher-level theories that encompass choices, consequences, and effects on the world. These concepts are not explicitly outlined in the standard model of particle physics, emphasizing the personal interpretation and agency individuals have within the framework of physics laws.

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